ETAS ES4100.1, User Manual

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ES4100.1 Chassis VME64x - User’s Guide 17
ETAS Operation
3 Operation
This section provides information about the installation and removal of the VME-
bus boards, fuse replacement.
3.1 Installation of VMEbus Boards
Some VMEbus boards need to be configured before they can be installed. The
corresponding information can be found in the manuals of the VMEbus board.
To install a board
• Turn off the power to the chassis. Check that all
devices connected with the chassis by cables have
also been powered off.
• If the slot in which you want to install the board is
protected by a cover, remove this cover.
• Insert the board into the slot. Make sure that the
top and bottom of the board smoothly slide in the
guide rails.
• Push the board in until the connector securely locks
into place.
• Fasten the mounting screws for the front panel of
the board.
• Connect the required cables with the front panel
connectors.
3.2 Removal of VMEbus Boards
To remove a board
• Turn off the power to the chassis. Check that all
devices connected with the chassis by cables have
also been powered off.
• Disconnect all connectors from the board you want
to remove.
• Loosen the mounting screws at the top and bottom
edge of the board’s front panel.
• Grasp the handle of the board and pull the board
carefully out.
Note
The boards may only be configured and installed at a workplace that is
protected against electrostatic discharges!
Note
The boards may only be removed at a workplace that is protected against
electrostatic discharges!